BS Summary of Ethnic Theatre in the USA
Originally ethnic theatres were used to expose social and economic issues within immigrant communities, but they quickly became used for a wider impact. Many of the ethnic theatres sprung from a multitude of cultural, historic, and religious traditions from a variety of ethnic groups that entered the United States. Although the performances often highlighted social issues, they soon began to focus on the strengths of each ethnic group as well. This was very important because instead of focusing on typical stereotypes one might have thought of, it shined a new light on the positive qualities and cultures of each group. In addition, the ethnic theatres also provided much needed entertainment to some. Instead of focusing on one's own issues, for a few hours they could relax and enjoy a performance. Tragedies were very popular because it made one's own life seem much better. Ethnic theatres also provided a perfect meeting place for people of the same cultural background. This was very important for people of high intellect that were often written off due to their lack of English. The theatres helped to create a strong sense of community throughout the groups. Ethnic theatres quickly became very popular. Although they did lose some support through times due to being accused of breaking laws and other various reasons, ethnic theatres have always seemed to regain their popularity. Overall, they have helped to gain recognition and optimism among the different ethnic groups that have come to America.
Originally ethnic theatres were used to expose social and economic issues within immigrant communities, but they quickly became used for a wider impact. Many of the ethnic theatres sprung from a multitude of cultural, historic, and religious traditions from a variety of ethnic groups that entered the United States. Although the performances often highlighted social issues, they soon began to focus on the strengths of each ethnic group as well. This was very important because instead of focusing on typical stereotypes one might have thought of, it shined a new light on the positive qualities and cultures of each group. In addition, the ethnic theatres also provided much needed entertainment to some. Instead of focusing on one's own issues, for a few hours they could relax and enjoy a performance. Tragedies were very popular because it made one's own life seem much better. Ethnic theatres also provided a perfect meeting place for people of the same cultural background. This was very important for people of high intellect that were often written off due to their lack of English. The theatres helped to create a strong sense of community throughout the groups. Ethnic theatres quickly became very popular. Although they did lose some support through times due to being accused of breaking laws and other various reasons, ethnic theatres have always seemed to regain their popularity. Overall, they have helped to gain recognition and optimism among the different ethnic groups that have come to America.